[BZZZZZZZZZ!!!]
The sound of Kyle's system alarm blaring in his head jolted him awake; it was the only noise that could wake him up as it sounded directly into his head. That didn't mean it was welcoming though, Kyle had endured a late long night the previous day and couldn't help but wish he could sleep some more.
Kyle sat up slowly, blinking away the remnants of sleep. The previous day had been a marathon of studying, cramming historical facts, notable figures, and key events into his mind. While he was already decent at history, he wasn't content with just 'decent.'
Rumors had been swirling around the academy about the significance of excelling in the midterms. Some said the top scorers would receive rare rewards or recognition from the academy.
Others speculated that exceptional performance could open doors to hidden opportunities. Whether the rumors were true or not, Kyle wasn't about to take any chances.
